Customer Reviews

Columbia Sportswear Men's BM1359 Bugaboot Omni-Tech Snow Boot,Hawk/Mud,9.5 M

5 star:		(26)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

This winter boot is one of the best available in my size, it's pretty hard to find any shoes or boots in my size. but i've been using this model for years my last pair lasted me about six years only using it for winter. it's very comfortable and very warm, but don't where this boot inside for long periods of time because it doesn't breathe at all, outside for long periods of time is great and has pretty good traction. THIS BOOT IS GREAT FOR THOSE LONG NEW ENGLAND WINTERS!

I got these to replace another pair purchased around 2000-2001. Those boots had served me well in a lot of hiking/snowshoing/camping/daily use, but this winter, each boot separated around the border between the uppers and the top of dark rubber lower section of the boot, leading to a Charlie-Chaplin like appearance.

The new boots are as advertised, and are just as comfortable on long walks and in deep snow as were the old ones. Traction is good on packed snow/ice (like winter roads and sidewalks).

I purchased these boots about 6 months ago. I wanted a light & waterproof design for general office/field use and the weekend hiking trips.

Warm Weather Review:
The boots are very comfortable and feel good all day long even on hard surfaces such as pavement/concrete. But the rubber design does not let the foot breath and it gets VERY hot and sweaty very quickly. At times when I would spend 1-2 hrs standing on pavement the boots would get so hot it was not comfortable.

Cold Weather Review:
With the summer months not being very comfortable, I had high hopes for the winter months. The boots have been very comfortable and even very warm for as light as they are. Even in sub freezing weather they seem to keep the foot warm as long as you are moving. The problem I have found is they are not very resistant to water. Whether it be rain, mud, or snow, the boots seem to get very wet. Seems the seal were the rubber meets the leather is not very resistant to water. The bad part is the boots do not breath, so it takes days for them to dry out once they get wet. Sometimes I only get to wear the boots ever 2-3 days since they take forever to dry.

Over all I am really happy with the design, looks, and feel of the boot and would have given it a easy 5 star if it was not for the leaking issues. I am currently in communications with the company in hopes of getting them repaired. I will see how well this 1 yr warranty really is.

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I am very happy with my boots Columbia, which is an excellent brand and I prefer my shoes that mark, very comfortable, light and manageable, highly secure and very good price, thank you very much

I've had these for over a month now and I can't say enough good things about them! Comfortable right out of the box. Warm enough for most any outdoor activity. Well made and good looking too. (I have the Hawk/Mud color)
And the traction of these soles is incredible, even on sheer ice. I live between Erie, PA and Buffalo, NY so you know I've seen my share of winter weather already. My feet have yet to get even so much as chilled and I've yet to slip at all.

I bought a size 9 1/2 Wide and the fit was good and true, with enough extra room for a good pair of wool socks. Not too heavy, average for a good hiking style boots. I liked them so much that I even bought my girlfriend a pair of BugaZip's for Christmas. Which she loves too!
If these boots last more then a few years then I'd have to say they are the best footwear purchase I have ever made. You cannot beat these for the money.

Been wearing these for a week now and love them. Feet stay warm but don't sweat. I live in southern WI in law enforcement patrol and these are doing the job for the cold weather we've had thus far. They are lightweight and not bulky to be driving in. Great traction, and no leaks after trudging through slush,snow, etc. If i'm cold out there it is not my feet. These look great too. I wear these when i'm off duty around the house/out etc. Columbia has made a great all around boot here. If they last a few WI winters then they will pay for themselves. I ordered the brown and i love how they look.

I bought mine from Ramsey Outdoor(cheapest on amazon at the time) and they have super fast shipping w/tracking. Would buy boots from them again no doubt.

I've been a Columbia Boot fan for decades now (I wore a pair of their leather upper hiking boots for over ten years before they disintegrated of natural causes). So I know that they can make an excellent boot. I have now owned two pairs of various "Bugaboots". I hate to say it, but in the case of the "Bugaboots",(especially if you own older styles/models) Columbia is selling a product that may NOT last. Both pairs of my old Bugaboots have split in multiple places in the rubber portion of the boots after a couple of years. It appears to be some kind of "dry rot". The leather uppers have separated from the bottom rubber portions, and the boots are destroyed. The second pair had only been worn TWICE, so it can't be blamed on wear and tear. Columbia knows they have had a problem with their rubber compound, and has created a special warranty process for any dissatisfied Bugaboot owners whose boots have disintegrated: just go onto the Columbia Clothing main website and send a message to their customer care center; they'll walk you though the possible warranty process. Good luck!

After all these really cold days (for here at least) old size 13 finally got his footsies warm and toasty. At first blush they look heavy and bulky. That is far from the facts. They are bigger than one's foot but that's good. The extra width provides better stability to the foot and makes walking better especially in snow. The weight is far less in fact than the look. I expected the opposite and was delightfully surprised. I, however, would not like to run a marathon in these boots. Unlike other boots that I have worn, these slip on easy and when laced they fit perfectly. I really like the top lace holder. It is just the perfect add-on. No water comes in unless you get over 8 inches deep in water or sloppy snow. Then the water comes over the top and not much if the boot is laced properly. Absolutely nothing comes through the boot itself. Often boots have a break-in period. Not these. On and go with ease.

Bottom Line: Big Foot would have another pair in a nanosecond and no equivocation.

I really like these boots. Not only are they lightweight and comfortable but they are warm and dry.

Living in Alaska, a good snug winter boot for up to 20 below.
Not to warm when working indoors.
Very light weight and good tracktion.
We'll see how long the seams stay together.